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Paavali Jumppanen, Harry Sdrauilig
Sun 24 Nov 2024 22:00
Australian National Academy of Music are presenting Sounds of Australia, a four-concert festival taking place at Abbotsford Convent from 28 – 30 Nov. It will be a celebration of chamber music, showcasing the many accomplished and vibrant composers this country has to offer. Artistic Director Paavali Jumppanen and composer Harry Sdrauilig come into The Sound Barrier to chat with Ian about the range of works the festival will embrace. Tune in from 10pm to hear this conversation.
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Kim Deal
Tue 26 Nov 2024 17:00
on Firewater
The iconic alternative scene stalwart (The Breeders, Pixies) Kim Deal is releasing her debut solo album 'Nobody Loves You More' on Nov 22. Having shaped the alternative rock sound of the early 90s, Kim continues to influence and inspire the globe. Claire catches up with Kim Deal about her new release, tune in to Firewater to hear this PBS exclusive interview.
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Astro Elevator
Tue 26 Nov 2024 20:00
Mid way through 2019 garage psychedelia band Astro Elevator were born. The Melbourne four piece define their bold-edged, delay-drenched, spacey jam sound in their 2022 album ‘Lysergic Liquid Maze of the Psychotropic Triptonauts’, and their second studio album is soon to be release. Tune into Pojama People for an exclusive insight to when the album will be released.
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Hot Machine
Tue 26 Nov 2024 20:00
Owning the black leather look and pumping out heavy rock'n'roll riffs is the all-girl band Hot Machine. They are playing at The Tote as part of PBS' Collingwood Crawl taking place on Dec 4, an event that will be taking over 3 of Collingwood's iconic live music venues. Ahead of this event, Hot Machine come onto Pojama People to chat with Chris. Tune in to hear more from Hot Machine, and what we can expect to see from them on the night.
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Sister Paul
Tue 26 Nov 2024 20:00
Coming over to Australia for a massive tour is Japanese duo Sister Paul. With four shows lined up for Melbourne, the duo makes heavy grooves with a male bassist singing in soprano and a female drummer singing in alto. The day before their show at The Tote on Nov 27, Susumu and Mackii come into Pojama People, tune in to hear how they're going ahead of their first Melbourne show.
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Nephalem
Tue 26 Nov 2024 22:00
Known as one of Melbourne's craziest metal bands, Nephalem make hardcore satanic boogie and have a new EP on the horizon. They'll be dropping a split release at The Bendigo Hotel on Nov 30, playing alongside local grinders TongueScum. Tune into Burning Bitumen as Kene chats with the band about the upcoming show along with other shenanigans.
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Wardruna
Tue 26 Nov 2024 22:00
Norwegian dark folk group Wardruna write music inspired by Norse culture and esoteric traditions. They use unique methods when it comes to making their instruments, using the likes of deer-hide for the drums to a goat's horn. Currently on a world tour, the band will be stopping off in Melbourne on Jan 23. Tune into Burning Bitumen as Kene chats with Einar from the band about their forth coming album, and their plans to make it through customers with their array of animal instruments.
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Deadspace
Tue 26 Nov 2024 22:00
For the last 10 years, Perth band Deadspace have been crushing it in the black metal scene. Their new album 'The Dark Enlightenment' was written while the band travelled the world and is stronger, sharper and puncher than its predecessor. Kene chats with the band about their new release and their time living in Belgium, tune into Burning Bitumen to hear more.
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From Ashes To New
Wed 27 Nov 2024 00:00
Hailing from Pennsylvania, USA is rap-rock band From Ashes To New. Since forming in 2013, the band have released four studio albums and are coming to Melbourne very soon as part of Good Things Festival on Dec 6. Founding member and vocalist of the band Matt Brandyberry chats with Ryan about some new material in the works and fatherhood. Tune into Tyrannocoreus to hear it all.
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Fit for an Autopsy
Wed 27 Nov 2024 00:00
New Jersey deathcore band Fit for an Autopsy have had a massive year touring North America and Europe. They've just dropped their seventh studio album 'The Nothing That Is', and the band are making plans to come back to Australia next for a bunch of shows. Tune into Tyrannocoreus as guitarist Pat Sheridan swings by for a chat with Ryan.
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Voodoo Glow Skulls
Wed 27 Nov 2024 00:30
Californian band Voodoo Glow Skulls are no strangers to ska punk, in fact, since 1988 they’ve released over 10 albums and featured in over 30 compilation albums. The band will be playing at The Croxton on Nov 30 and Dec 1 as part of the Ska Nation International Music Festival. Tune into Tyrannocoreus as Ryan is joined by guitarist Eddie Casillas. They'll be chatting about his brother Frank Casillas re-joining the band after 7 years and when we can expect to hear new music.
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Kutcha Edwards
Sat 30 Nov 2024 19:00
Hosted by Wandoon Estate Aboriginal Corporation to mark the 100th anniversary of Coranderrk Aboriginal Station's closure in 1924 and the 200th birth anniversary of William Barak, the last chief of the Yarra Yarra tribe, yalingbuth yalingbu yirrimboi is a community event taking place in Healesville on December 7th that features Ilbijerri Theatre Company's production of CORANDERRK as well as music by Kutcha Edwards. Tune in to Subway Sounds to hear more from Uncle Kutcha himself.
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Louisa Rankin & Melbourne Amplified Strings
Sun 1 Dec 2024 20:15
The annual Melbourne Women's International Jazz Festival (MWIJF) runs from December 7-15. To help celebrate, Gerry Koster presents an intimate live-in-studio performance from vocalist Louisa Rankin accompanied by the Melbourne Amplified Strings - Xani Kolac, violin and Anita Quayle, cello. Tune into Dizzy Atmosphere to hear this unique collaboration and to find out more about the program for the 2024 MWIJF.
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The Mandé Spirit
Mon 2 Dec 2024 08:00
Taking the audience on a journey through the sounds of West Africa is Melbourne-based griots, The Mandé Spirit. With members from Mali, Gambia and Guinea, the group pays homage to the late, legendary kora maestro Toumani Diabaté through kora melodies and evocative storytelling. Tune into The Breakfast Spread for a special Monday morning performance from Aboubacar and Mohamed.
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CALENTURA: El Gran Mono Meets Bellaqueo
Mon 2 Dec 2024 18:00
on Headhunters
A Latino Fiesta with 100% Latino line up is taking place on Dec 2 for 'CALENTURA: El Gran Mono Meets Bellaqueo'. Sets from DJs Walla C, Mad Rhythm B2B Zafiro, Slim Shady, and Lorena Lee will be pumped through Colombia’s Picó sound system, a fluorescent speaker stack that will send bass ripples through the MPavilion. Tune into Headhunters for a special guest mix of Reggaeton, Champeta, Cumbiaton and Baile Funk from the DJ line up.
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Hamish Anderson
Tue 3 Dec 2024 02:00
Blues-rock guitarist and singer-songwriter Hamish Anderson has opened for rock legends B.B. King, Gary Clark Jr and George Thorogood to name a few. He's just released his third album 'Electric', a 'love letter to the electric guitar', that is presented with a nostalgic '70s blues rock feel. Tune into Transfigurations for a chat between Lucas and Hamish, talking about his new album and performing a couple of live tunes.
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Jaubi
Tue 3 Dec 2024 10:00
on Mystic Brew
Named after Urdu word loosely translated as 'whatever/whoever', Jaubi (pronounced 'Jaw-Bee') is an instrumental band from Pakistan that has people sonically captivated. Their debut album 'Nafs at Peace' was globally recognized as one of the best albums for 2021, and their latest release 'A Sound Heart' is a spiritual jazz journey through different types and stages of love. Coming into Mystic Brew for a mystical Studio 5 live performance, tune in as Mike catch's up with the band.
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The Northern Shiners
Tue 3 Dec 2024 13:00
Melbourne-based bluegrass trio The Northern Shiners feature Daniel Watkins on guitar, Justin Vilchez on mandolin, and James Taylor on bass. Known for their lively performances, they play weekly gigs around Melbourne and enjoy bringing their take on bluegrass and country standards to a wide range of listeners. Coming into PBS, tune into Southern Style as the band stop by for a festive performance.
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Jumpin’ Jack William
Tue 3 Dec 2024 20:00
The ambient sound of a 12 string overlayed with distorted guitars and vocal harmonies is the sound of Jumpin’ Jack William. He’s a generous guy, offering his music for free download on Bandcamp and he’ll be playing at Shotkickers soon. Tune in to Pojama People to hear when Jumpin’ Jack William’s next show will be.
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New Skeletal Faces
Tue 3 Dec 2024 22:00
Chaining together the most potent aspects of various influences, from the darkest catacombs of rock and roll to unique and aggressive sounds is Californian band New Skeletal Faces. 'Until the Night' is the name of their new album, and the band chat with Kene about the new sound they’ve created for this release. Listen into Burning Bitumen to hear from the band.
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Threats
Wed 4 Dec 2024 00:00
‘Backward Alchemy’ is the new record soon to be released by Nipaluna/Hobart hardcore punk band Threats. We can expect to hear more dizzying drums, fast riffs and words of introspection on the album, as heard in their latest single ‘Hurricane’. Tune in as Matt, Kane and Dale drop in to Tyrannocoreus to chat with Ryan about the new record and their aspirations to tour the mainland in 2025.
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Fever Shack
Wed 4 Dec 2024 00:00
Thriving in the vibrant peninsula music scene is hardcore band, Fever Shack. The five piece from Frankston have a new EP on the horizon called ‘Not F**kin’ About’, with plans to tour the East Coast in February. Tune into Tyrannocoreus as band members Lachie and Jake drop in to chat with Ryan about Fever Shack's current events.
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The Last Martyr
Wed 4 Dec 2024 00:30
Local metalcore band The Last Martyr is fronted by powerful vocalist Monica Strut. The band touch on electronic, trap and emo influences which you can immerse yourself in at Revolver Upstairs on the 25 Jan as they open up for Future Static. Monica stops by Tyrannocoreus, tune in to hear Ryan chat with her about the band’s latest EP ‘Requiem’ and a recent Facebook hacking scandal.
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Sarah Blasko
Thu 5 Dec 2024 08:00
The seventh studio album of 3x ARIA Award-winning singer, songwriter, musician and producer Sarah Blasko has just been released. It's an album that reflects on goodbyes, grief, new beginnings, and friendship, which all wraps under the album's name 'I Just Need To Conquer This Mountain'. Sarah Blasko joins Milo on The Breakfast Spread, tune in as she chats about the new album, and takes a turn on the Musical Chairs.
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Golden Syrup
Mon 9 Dec 2024 18:00
on Headhunters
Oozing together acoustic and electronic sounds to create ambient, alt-pop/folk music is local artist and producer Golden Syrup. 'Sluice' is the name of her second album, a combination of organic and in-organic sounds in an intricate and intimate collection - which you can listen to in full from Dec 5. Tune into Headhunters as Golden Syrup mastermind Sara Retallick comes in to chat with Elle about her new record and label.
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Jeremy Wagner
Tue 10 Dec 2024 22:00
Writer and musician Jeremy Wagner is the brainchild behind metal bands Broken Hope and Earthburner. He's been a staple figure in the metal scene since the 80s, and comes into Burning Bitumen to chat with Kene about his new projects. Tune in to hear more.
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Mooney Valley Drifters
Thu 12 Dec 2024 15:00
Roll With The Punches, Make It Swing And Groove On Your Hunches is the motto of Melbourne band Mooney Valley Drifters. They’ve been a staple in the local country-blues scene for 40 years, and to celebrate, they’re putting on a shin-digging birthday show at the Thornbury Bowls Club on Dec 14. Tune into Swinging Doors as the band stops by to chat with Ernie ahead of the show.
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Pat Todd and The Rankoutsiders
Thu 12 Dec 2024 20:00
Los Angeles punk band Pat Todd and The Rankoutsiders are coming into Sunglasses After Dark for a Studio 5 live performance this Dec 12. For over 20 years, Pat Todd fronted the undisputed roots-punk kings of LA, and today he is backed by the driving force of The Rankoutsiders. Tune in as Phil catches up with the band, after their raw and energetic Studio 5 live performance.
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Snake Powder
Tue 17 Dec 2024 17:00
on Firewater
Going out of 2024 with a bang is garage-rock band Snake Powder. The four piece will be playing at The Beast on Dec 20, alongside local bands Salmon Sisters and Blue Fur. Snake Powder stop by Firewater to chat with Claire about the show, tune in to hear what we can expect on the night.
Past Interviews
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Michael Waugh
Sat 17 Apr 2021 06:00
Singer-songwriter Michael Waugh, calls into 5ft High & Rising to talk about his latest single 'Dirty River.'
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Molly Lewis
Fri 16 Apr 2021 10:00
Did you know one of the world's best whistler is an Australian based in Los Angeles?
Tune in from 10am to the Ports of Paradise to hear Palmtree Paddy's chat with Molly Lewis about the wonderful world of whistling and feature her new single.
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Brave Today
Fri 16 Apr 2021 02:00
Rob & Ryan from Sydney post metal-core band Brave Today, join Ryan to chat about their brand new single, their recent shows and their plans for 2021.
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Spawn, Filth Dimension & VVARP
Wed 14 Apr 2021 22:00
Local psych artists Spawn, Filth Dimension & VVARP, call into Pojama People to talk about their show at the Tote.
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Child
Wed 14 Apr 2021 22:00
Melbourne stoner/blues band Child talks to Chris about their upcoming gig.
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Matt Dwyer
Wed 14 Apr 2021 13:00
Blues guitarist Matt Dwyer talks to Tom about some new recordings he has made and some other projects he is working on.
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Miriam Williamson // Wrong Kind Of Stone Age
Wed 14 Apr 2021 00:15
Last month, local label Efficient Space released 'Oz Echoes: DIY Cassettes and Archives 1980-1989', a 10-track compilation of forgotten Aussie psyche-electronica and agitated tape cut-ups. Pete Bramley dedicates the 250th episode of Club It To Death to this remarkable compilation. He also chats to one of its contributors, Miriam Williamson from the Sydney band Wrong Kind Of Stone Age.
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Alex Webster // Cannibal Corpse
Tue 13 Apr 2021 22:00
Founding member & bassist of Cannibal Corpse, Alex Webster speaks to Kene about their new album 'Violence Unimagined', death metal over the ages, touring in the future and new guitarist Eric Rutan (ex-Morbid Angel and current Hate Eternal) plus much more.
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Monnone Alone
Tue 13 Apr 2021 20:30
Monnone Alone drops by Garageland to talk about his new single 'Feel it Disappearing’ and upcoming shows.
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Michael Beach
Tue 13 Apr 2021 16:30
Jordan chats to Michael Beach about his band's new record 'Dream Violence' out now on Poison City and Goner Records.
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Cale Sexton
Mon 12 Apr 2021 18:00
on Headhunters
In 2019, Cale Sexton was commissioned by The City of Melbourne to produce music with The Federation Bells. The work, titled Sustain, continued to evolve and is now finally being released as an album by Heavy Machinery Records. Tune in to Headhunters to hear Cale chat with Elle about the making of this highly anticipated work in experimental electronica.
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Acacia Pip Coates//Pinch Points
Mon 12 Apr 2021 16:00
on Homebrew
Pinch Points' bass player and vocalist Acacia Pip Coates calls in to Homebrew to chat about the band's double header at Howler with Brick Head on April 17, and to shed some light on when we can expect to hear more from the breakthrough act.
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Reuben Lewis//I Hold the Lion’s Paw
Sun 11 Apr 2021 19:00
Trumpeter Reuben Lewis joins Ross on Impressions to discuss the debut album from his duo project 'Stone Echidna', as well as the upcoming gig from his ensemble 'I Hold the Lion's Paw' at Jazzlab April 18th.
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Kavisha Mazzella
Sun 11 Apr 2021 17:00
Australian composer, singer-songwriter & folklorist, Kavisha Mazzella, calls into Global Village to talk about her gig at 45downstairs, along with Irine Vela.
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Matt Walker // Lost Ragas
Thu 8 Apr 2021 16:15
Kings of cosmic country Lost Ragas hit the stage at MEMO Music Hall with their amazing dual slide guitar meets lap-steel, all centred around Matt Walker’s beautifully dark voice. Matt calls in on Acid Country to tell Ed Prendergast all about the show.
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Bain Wolfkind
Thu 8 Apr 2021 13:00
on Radio City
Sydney industrial-rocker Bain Wolfkind talks to David Pisker about his Melbourne visit and the last three decades of playing in the Australian industrial rock scene.
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Buzz Osborne // Melvins
Wed 7 Apr 2021 22:30
American grunge gods Melvins have recently released a trio of albums: a new Melvins 1983 release named Working With God, as well as a pair of vinyl reissues: Hostile Ambient Takeover and Gluey Porch Treatments. Tune in to Pojama People to hear founding member Buzz Osborne chatting to Chris about these releases.
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Peaches
Wed 7 Apr 2021 18:15
Legendary feminist icon Peaches has recently returned with proactive new single, 'Pussy Mask'. Famous for her subversive lyrics, Peaches is a political figure whose focus on social inequality, body image and gender has cemented her place as a cult symbol of sexual expression. Tune in to The Afterglow to hear her chat with PBS's Sarah Blaby about the new single and how she has used gaudy innuendo and raunchy imagery to fight against sexism and gendered double standards in the music industry.
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Shauna Boyle//Cable Ties
Tue 6 Apr 2021 20:30
Drummer for Melbourne punk trio Cable Ties, Shauna Boyle, calls into Garageland to chat about the band's performance at Summer Sounds Festival Melbourne.
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Seedy Reed
Tue 6 Apr 2021 17:00
on Firewater
Alt-blues rocker Seedy Reed, calls by Firewater to talk about his latest album 'Every Taste in the Basement.'